You do not need a visa for Greece if you have a Japanese passport

ETIAS Travel Authorisation (Presale)

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Travelling to Greece Visa-free

ETIAS Travel Authorisation (Presale)

Price
$35.00
Entries
Multiple
Enter within
3 years

$23.00 government fee $12.00 our service

What you need for the ETIAS Travel Authorisation (Presale)

These are the documents this application asks for. You can upload them after checkout — nothing is needed to start.

  • Passport Bio Page

Everything about the ETIAS Travel Authorisation (Presale) — conditions, what the authorities check and how long it lasts.

Applying for a Greece visa online

How it works

  1. 1

    Answer the questions

    One form, written in plain language. We ask only what Greece actually requires for a Japanese passport.

  2. 2

    We check and submit

    Your application is reviewed for the mistakes that cause rejections before it goes to the authorities.

  3. 3

    Approval by email

    You receive the completed document by email, with everything you need to show on arrival.

Frequently asked questions

No. Japanese citizens can enter Greece without applying for a visa in advance.

$35.00. That is $23.00 in government fees and $12.00 for our service.

You must enter Greece within 3 years of approval. That window is separate from how long you may stay.

Multiple — you may leave and return while it is valid.

Still have a question?

Ask our assistant. It answers in the chat, and we hand it the route you are looking at — Japanese passport, travelling to Greece — so you do not have to repeat it.

What Greece may ask for

Not every traveller is asked for all of these. A valid passport is checked every time; the rest is a spot check at the border, and some items belong to a visa application rather than the crossing itself.

  • Passport valid 3+ months beyond departure with 2 blank pages
  • Travel insurance with minimum €30,000 medical coverage
  • Confirmed round-trip flight reservation
  • Hotel bookings or accommodation proof for entire stay
  • Proof of sufficient funds (€50-100 per day)
  • Cover letter explaining purpose of visit

Entry requirements for Japanese travellers

These rules apply specifically to Japanese passport holders entering Greece as tourists. Each one links to the official source where available.

  • Required

    Travelers require a passport valid for at least 3 months after the traveler exits Greece

    Travelers need a valid passport to enter Greece. The traveler's passport must have been issued less than 10 years before the traveler's arrival date and remain valid for at least 3 months after the traveler's departure from Greece.

    European Union Last checked 2026-07-17
  • May be required

    Entry/Exit System (EES) new digital passport control at European borders

    The EU Entry/Exit System (EES) is a new digital border process for non-EU nationals traveling for a short stay (up to 90 days within 180 days). No advance action is required. Travelers should allow additional time at passport control, especially during busy travel seasons. At passport control, travelers provide a facial photo and/or fingerprints. Passports are no longer stamped. Self-service kiosks may be available at some airports and border entries.

    • This requirement doesn’t apply to the following travelers: -EU, EEA, and Swiss nationals; -Nationals of Andorra, Monaco, and San Marino; -Holders of Vatican City or Holy See passports; -Holders of residence permits or long-stay visas; -Family members of EU nationals holding a residence card; -UK nationals and family members holding valid Brexit Withdrawal Agreement residence documents issued by their host EU member state. Check the source for more details and a full list of exemptions.
    Entry/Exit System Last checked 2026-07-17
  • Not required

    Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is not required for Greece

    Travelers don’t need proof of COVID-19 vaccination before traveling to Greece.

    Last checked 2026-07-17
  • Not required

    Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required

    Travelers don’t need a COVID-19 test before traveling to Greece.

    Last checked 2026-07-17
  • Not required

    Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required for transit

    Travelers transiting through Greece airside don’t need a COVID-19 test for their transfer.

    Last checked 2026-07-17
  • Not required

    Transit visa is not required

    Travelers do not need a visa to transit through Greece.

    Last checked 2026-07-17
  • May be required

    Entry requirements for traveling with pets (dogs and cats)

    Travelers should check with their airline for pet transport requirements before traveling, as policies differ. Dogs and cats traveling into the EU from outside the EU must meet entry requirements that vary by country of origin. Pets must be microchipped and vaccinated against rabies. Additional requirements may apply depending on where travel originates. Travelers can check the specific requirements for their country of origin on the EU government's pet travel page. Travelers bringing other animals should check the national rules of their destination country directly.

    EU Pet Entry Requirements Last checked 2026-07-17

A look at Greece

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ETIAS Travel Authorisation (Presale) — $35.00.

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